Can I just block everyone in my life who’s been negative and stressing me out so I can have a fresh start to the year? What if they find out?

[Anonymous]

[AmandaYVR]

It's not necessary to block. People use blocking as an impulsive cure-all for whenever they get frustrated and annoyed.

You can stop interacting with people. But the better long-term solution is to tell them constructively what it is that they do that bothers you. You have to be fair, impartial, and constructive. Otherwise they'll get their back up and you won't be able to judge their response. So do it nicely, and if they react badly, then you have your answer as to whether you want to go forward and put any more work into the relationship. But some people actually do take constructive criticism, and though they might be a bit upset, it may also give them some valuable feedback.

I am a big believer in giving people the opportunity to respond, and to change. Once that is given, you are fully free to move on, no guilt.

[Lynnfriend]

Well eventually they will suspect that you have blocked them. But how are they stressing you out? You need to take it with a grain of salt so to say. Set boundaries for them. Don't let them cross there boundary. I was working nights and my live in boyfriend who didn't work went on chat and on line sex sites and dating sites while I was at work and he would block me so I couldn't call and disturb his sexual encounters and after a couple of weeks I knew he was blocking me. So they will be able to tell your blocking them

[NathanDavis]

like @Sirenboobzilla said... you would have to manage with this negativity and stress, even if you block the people in your life that are bringing you all of this, they might still be around your life one way or another

so this might ease that part but it is also going to create a new scenario and dynamics in which you will have to avoid, to wonder and deal with the uncertainty of putting effort into all of this new situation, which could also bring some stress and negativity

so, consider that... it might be a trade rather than putting an end to the bad situation, but depending on the circumstances it might make it much easier and that might be worth the try

[Guy13]

That would be a great experiment. then you can find out if the new group of people share the same viewpoint and worldview as your old group of friends. There would be no outside interference affecting the results, therefore, a good work.

I really do not think it matters whether your current friend group knows or not. Those who care will find a way to contact you.

[Changiis07]

I haven't really blocked anyone, I just decided to deactivate my social media, it's been only a handful or two that wished me a happy birthday so you know my circle is small after I did that. I decided to block certain people from my phone from texting me and I don't care if they find out one because I had to move on from them and two because they no longer cared to reach out as a friend so yes it's okay to block people that no longer serve you or stress you out. It's okay to make new friends

[coachTanthony]

Until you take it seriously and not care about how others feel about it... it's just not going to happen.

[OlderAndWiser]

Depends on what people you intend to block, and in what forums. Blocking irritating trolls on G@G is easy. Blocking your mother from your life would be difficult.

[Dv_bell]

Yes. You can do it. I also did it. Most of them didn't like me after that. But, I've found many friends who apreciate me, really care about me, and want me to be a good person.
We need to cut a toxic relationship in our life.
My life is better without any toxic people.
They don't want me to be mature and have a good life because they have negativity in their mind.

[Orion76]

It’s easy for me press and hold then select all then block lol. But in your case I would say it depends if that person affect you in a negative way or ruin your day then I would block life is too short but if someone doesn’t mean and probably needs your help then you’ll know and probably you won’t feel right doing it. Be fair and don’t burn bridges.

[dragoblack]

It is ok to cut out toxic people from your life, but you should be ready to affirm that confidently and straight forward should you interact irl. But don't just start blocking everyone if the negativity is constructive from people with good intentions.

[lorenzomichael]

Yes you can, you need to stay positive, as hard as that'll be, you need to have that positive attitude. Before you realize it, you probably won't be communicating not only to the ones you want, but some you really hadn't thought about. But yes you can block out anyone you want to. Question is will you?

[Faith18letsgo]

That’s very valid and honestly a good idea you can always unblock them if you change your mind. Personally though I’d just start ignoring them and marking there messages as read so that you can pick up the convo where it stopped should you choose to.

[fantasticass]

Absolutely.. life is a gift. Enjoy it to the best of your abilities. Negative people and Negative energy is not healthy. Change your group of friends if necessary. Go volunteer at an animal shelter. It's very rewarding. ✌️🐾

[Sirenboobzilla]

Managing stress and negativity is an important life skill. You'll never be free of either

[lightbulb27]

um... just turn off the phone and the internet! That's how we used to live, believe it or not!

Or let them know you are disconnecting for a while.

[Sour-rose]

Of coooourse you can. But you'll never forget them and in some dark sense, they might need you as their only hope. So you could block them... or have hope for them

[ChooChooHaha]

yeah. unless you have a mother like mine, or like the 2 British queens (they WILL NOT take no for an answer).

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

You can, and honestly if they find out, you can block them again. You don’t owe anyone an explanation for anything

[Tigerbait6]

I don’t block anyone on any social media platform. I deal with them head on, andi love the confrontation. I don’t need a “safe space” because I have a backbone.

[noohair]

If you don't pull your pants down and live your life in private, instead of asocial media, you would not have to ask this question. You want a fresh start? Move to another city and don't repeat your mistakes.

[SexyRedd1966]

Why would you care if they found out, you have to do what's best for you

[DeeDeeDeVour]

"Drop 'em like a bad habit."

[IJhonnyI]

Depends if you have the character enough to respect yourself 💯

[CA4444]

Just ignore them or say you like yo be on your own for don’t time